If you do decide to drink when you’re pregnant, it's important to know how many units you are consuming.

One UK unit is 10 millilitres (ml) – or eight grams – of pure alcohol. This is equal to:

half a pint of beer, lager or cider at 3.5% alcohol by volume (ABV: you can find this on the label)

a single measure (25ml) of spirit, such as whisky, gin, rum or vodka, at 40% ABV

half a standard (175ml) glass of wine at 11.5% ABV

You can find out how many units there are in different types and brands of drinks with the Drinkaware unit and calorie calculator– www.drinkaware.co.uk/understand-your-drinking/unit-calulator

If you have an Android smartphone, iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, you can download the free One You Drinks Trackerfrom Google Play or the iTunes App Store. It allows you to keep a drinks diary and get feedback on your drinking.

Alcohol support services

If you would like further information or support regarding alcohol in pregnancy please contact:

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